China delayed releasing coronavirus info, frustrating WHO
Throughout January, the World Health Organization publicly praised China for what it called a speedy response to the new coronavirus.
Throughout January, the World Health Organization publicly praised China for what it called a speedy response to the new coronavirus.
Fishing trawler in Washington state has 86 coronavirus cases
BELLINGHAM, Wash. (AP) — A fishing trawler in Washington state has 86 crew members who tested positive for the coronavirus, officials said.
BELLINGHAM, Wash. (AP) — A fishing trawler in Washington state has 86 crew members who tested positive for the coronavirus, officials said.
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King County seeks further easing of COVID-19 restrictions
SEATTLE (AP) — King County plans to apply for approval to enter into a modified Phase 1 on Monday after Gov.
SEATTLE (AP) — King County plans to apply for approval to enter into a modified Phase 1 on Monday after Gov.
Crystal Mountain reopens for spring skiing after months-long closure
The calendar says June, but Crystal Mountain resort wants you to think about snow.The popular ski destination, closed for months due to the coronavirus pandemic, is reopening for two weeks of spring skiing from June 1 - June 14.You have to make an online reservation, and there are several new protocols in place in response to Covid-19.From their website:
The calendar says June, but Crystal Mountain resort wants you to think about snow.The popular ski destination, closed for months due to the coronavirus pandemic, is reopening for two weeks of spring skiing from June 1 - June 14.You have to make an online reservation, and there are several new protocols in place in response to Covid-19.From their website:
Massive US protests raise fears of new virus outbreaks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The mayor of Atlanta, one of dozens of U.S. cities hit by massive protests in recent days, has a message for demonstrators: “If you were out protesting last night, you probably need to go get a COVID test this week.”
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The mayor of Atlanta, one of dozens of U.S. cities hit by massive protests in recent days, has a message for demonstrators: “If you were out protesting last night, you probably need to go get a COVID test this week.”
Brandi Kruse: Why Governor Inslee is a master at the non-answer
Each week on “The Divide,” Brandi Kruse offers a commentary that looks for common ground on issues dividing Americans. Topics include gun control, free speech, policing, and politics.This week: During the Coronavirus crisis, Governor Jay Inslee has been criticized for dodging questions. But who else is to blame for his non-answers?
Each week on “The Divide,” Brandi Kruse offers a commentary that looks for common ground on issues dividing Americans. Topics include gun control, free speech, policing, and politics.This week: During the Coronavirus crisis, Governor Jay Inslee has been criticized for dodging questions. But who else is to blame for his non-answers?
Small Business Sunday: A Bellevue salon's COVID-19 makeover puts customer safety first
A Bellevue hair salon has undergone a major makeover during the coronavirus closure - making changes it hopes will keep customers safe and healthy.
A Bellevue hair salon has undergone a major makeover during the coronavirus closure - making changes it hopes will keep customers safe and healthy.
City of Arlington, with the help of businesses, put together supply chain list for PPE ahead of next phase of reopening
ARLINGTON, Wash. -- Before Governor Inslee's announcement on Friday that more flexibility would be given to counties to hop to the next phase, leaders in Snohomish County already expressing their desire to do so.The Snohomish County Health District and the County Council unanimously voted to support a transition to phase 2 as soon as possible.Prior to Friday, the health department said counties like Snohomish had not met the threshold set by the state to move on to phase 2.
ARLINGTON, Wash. -- Before Governor Inslee's announcement on Friday that more flexibility would be given to counties to hop to the next phase, leaders in Snohomish County already expressing their desire to do so.The Snohomish County Health District and the County Council unanimously voted to support a transition to phase 2 as soon as possible.Prior to Friday, the health department said counties like Snohomish had not met the threshold set by the state to move on to phase 2.
Washington's stay-home order expires Sunday as counties get more flexibility to reopen
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on Friday announced he would not extend the state’s COVID-19 stay-at-home order beyond Sunday and would allow counties more flexibility to apply to advance through the current four-phase reopening plan using updated benchmarks that some larger counties had been seeking.
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on Friday announced he would not extend the state’s COVID-19 stay-at-home order beyond Sunday and would allow counties more flexibility to apply to advance through the current four-phase reopening plan using updated benchmarks that some larger counties had been seeking.
Pierce County may reach Phase 2 by next week
Pierce County leaders plan to ask state officials to move their communities into Phase 2 as early as Monday.
Pierce County leaders plan to ask state officials to move their communities into Phase 2 as early as Monday.
US cuts WHO ties over virus, takes action against Hong Kong
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- President Donald Trump said Friday the U.S. will terminate its relationship with the World Health Organization over its handling of the coronavirus outbreak in China and will begin the process of withdrawing special trade benefits for Hong Kong because of the Chinese government's imposition of a new security law in the semi-autonomous city.The two measures, combined with the cancellation of visas for some Chinese citizens, come as a rift between the two countries widens.Trump, who has complained for weeks about the World Trade Organization as the virus death toll surged in the United States, said the global health body failed to adequately respond to the outbreak because China has “total control” over the global organization.“We have detailed the reforms that it must make and engaged with them directly, but they have refused to act," the president said from the White House. “Because they have failed to make the requested and greatly needed reforms, we will be today terminating the relationship.”The U.S. is the largest source of financial support for the WHO and its exit is expected to significantly weaken the organization.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- President Donald Trump said Friday the U.S. will terminate its relationship with the World Health Organization over its handling of the coronavirus outbreak in China and will begin the process of withdrawing special trade benefits for Hong Kong because of the Chinese government's imposition of a new security law in the semi-autonomous city.The two measures, combined with the cancellation of visas for some Chinese citizens, come as a rift between the two countries widens.Trump, who has complained for weeks about the World Trade Organization as the virus death toll surged in the United States, said the global health body failed to adequately respond to the outbreak because China has “total control” over the global organization.“We have detailed the reforms that it must make and engaged with them directly, but they have refused to act," the president said from the White House. “Because they have failed to make the requested and greatly needed reforms, we will be today terminating the relationship.”The U.S. is the largest source of financial support for the WHO and its exit is expected to significantly weaken the organization.
Washington mother of twins denied stimulus check because of who she married
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, Wash. -- A Washington mom and her children were denied a coronavirus stimulus check because of who she married.Spouses of undocumented immigrants are realizing they’ve been hit twice as hard by the pandemic, even after going through the immigration process the legal way.Now, this mom is speaking out fighting for change for her family and thousands of others facing the same fate.“I have twins Princeton and Kingston,” said Kahnisha Hernandez.Two beautiful boys just 5 months old, a blessing for this family who struggled with infertility and now ongoing feeding issues.“Anything by mouth he basically gurgles and pools the milk in his throat and he regularly has a feeding tube,” said Kahnisha.One hurdle after the next they had to adjust.“With post-partum and the crisis hitting all at once it was emotionally exhausting,” she said.The pandemic cost them their only income after her husband lost his restaurant job in early March.“We hit a financial wall.
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, Wash. -- A Washington mom and her children were denied a coronavirus stimulus check because of who she married.Spouses of undocumented immigrants are realizing they’ve been hit twice as hard by the pandemic, even after going through the immigration process the legal way.Now, this mom is speaking out fighting for change for her family and thousands of others facing the same fate.“I have twins Princeton and Kingston,” said Kahnisha Hernandez.Two beautiful boys just 5 months old, a blessing for this family who struggled with infertility and now ongoing feeding issues.“Anything by mouth he basically gurgles and pools the milk in his throat and he regularly has a feeding tube,” said Kahnisha.One hurdle after the next they had to adjust.“With post-partum and the crisis hitting all at once it was emotionally exhausting,” she said.The pandemic cost them their only income after her husband lost his restaurant job in early March.“We hit a financial wall.
Half of new Covid-19 cases in Washington are in people under 40
SEATTLE -- Half of the new coronavirus infections in Washington state are in people younger than 40 years old, according to a new analysis reported by The Seattle Times.The analysis used the state’s public health dashboard to track cases between March 1 and May 3.
SEATTLE -- Half of the new coronavirus infections in Washington state are in people younger than 40 years old, according to a new analysis reported by The Seattle Times.The analysis used the state’s public health dashboard to track cases between March 1 and May 3.
As state recovers $300 million in fraudulent claims, many victims still have unanswered questions
The state says they have recovered $300 million given out in fraudulent claims. The Employment Security Department says $50 million of those funds are expected back on Thursday.
The state says they have recovered $300 million given out in fraudulent claims. The Employment Security Department says $50 million of those funds are expected back on Thursday.
Snohomish County leaders push for Phase 2 opening, infection rates fall short of state criteria
EVERETT – Elected leaders in Snohomish County believe they have developed a plan to move into the next phase of reopening their economy.County officials say federal money has helped pay for PPE, testing, quarantine protocols and other requirements listed by Governor Jay Inslee’s phased approach.
EVERETT – Elected leaders in Snohomish County believe they have developed a plan to move into the next phase of reopening their economy.County officials say federal money has helped pay for PPE, testing, quarantine protocols and other requirements listed by Governor Jay Inslee’s phased approach.
Seattle-based nonprofit makes sure kids with special needs don't suffer during pandemic
There’s no doubt, many parents and grandparents are worried about their kids taking a big step backward, as school struggle with remote learning programs.
There’s no doubt, many parents and grandparents are worried about their kids taking a big step backward, as school struggle with remote learning programs.
Free farmers market to give away 6,000 pounds of potatoes, onions in Lake Stevens
LAKE STEVENS, Wash. -- Volunteers are gearing up for a free drive-thru farmers market in Lake Stevens.It's happening Friday, May, 29, and if it's anything like last week, supplies will go fast.They plan to give away 6,000 pounds of potatoes and onions starting at noon.Volunteer and local realtor Jim Scott says the need is growing every day - and he's grateful to work hand-in-hand with the farms giving donations."We just happen to be working with Farmer Frog's in Woodinville, and they have these trucks.
LAKE STEVENS, Wash. -- Volunteers are gearing up for a free drive-thru farmers market in Lake Stevens.It's happening Friday, May, 29, and if it's anything like last week, supplies will go fast.They plan to give away 6,000 pounds of potatoes and onions starting at noon.Volunteer and local realtor Jim Scott says the need is growing every day - and he's grateful to work hand-in-hand with the farms giving donations."We just happen to be working with Farmer Frog's in Woodinville, and they have these trucks.
Judge considering challenge to Inslee emergency virus orders
A judge in central Washington state is considering whether Gov. Jay Inslee's emergency stay-at-home orders issued in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic are constitutional or should be lifted.
A judge in central Washington state is considering whether Gov. Jay Inslee's emergency stay-at-home orders issued in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic are constitutional or should be lifted.